As district staff developers, it is important that we model best practices for adult learning. This page highlights minimum district expectations and ideas for enhancing your professional learning activities. Please share additional ideas using the embedded Google Form at the bottom of the page.
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Prior to the learning
Prior to the learning
PREPARATION
Schedule the Learning
Determine the need
Identify appropriate location, date, and training time
Submit the learning in PLAN at least 2 weeks prior to event
Once released, communicate to audience for registration
Develop the Learning
Plan learning aligned to audience needs
Establish target and follow district instructional framework
Plan ample time for participant interaction with content and peers
Segment learning and provide time for reflection and application
Prepare the Learning Space
Arrive early
Configure the room to align with learning expectations
Set up learning resources and sign in station
Check all necessary equipment
Set tone for learning and greet participants at the door
during the learning
during the learning
PRESENTATION
Set the Learning
Build rapport, establish norms, and set clear targets
Make connections and check for understanding
Provide Clear Structures
Begin and end on time
Determine an attention signalÂ
Provide explicit directions for activities
Use timers to pace activities appropriately
Use a microphone with larger audiences
Ensure Active Participation
Use engagement strategies and collaborative learning structures
Transition participants quickly into the learning experiences
Incorporate a variety of learning structures including whole group, small group, and individual work with movement, talk, and quiet think time
after the learning
after the learning
PERFECTION
Issue Credit
Gather sign in sheets
Mark attendance and issue credit in PLAN within 2 days of the learning
Review Your Feedback
Pull your survey results
Review feedback carefully
Reflect on the learning and necessary adjustments before presenting again
Determine needed learner supports and how to provide them
Provide Follow-up
Review PLAN monitoring and follow-up strategies
Schedule time to implement the strategies
Maintain open lines of communication with participants
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